weight VOLVO V70/XC70 2010 Owner´s Manual

05 During your trip
Loading
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Roof loads
Using load carriersLoad carriers are available as Volvo accesso-
ries. Observe the following points when in use:
•To avoid damaging your vehicle and to
achieve maximum safety when driving, we
recommend using the load carriers that
Volvo has developed especially for your
vehicle.
•Volvo-approved removable roof racks are
designed to carry the maximum allowable
roof load for this vehicle: 220 lbs (100 kg).
For non-Volvo roof racks, check the man-
ufacturer's weight limits for the rack.
•Never exceed the rack manufacturer's
weigh limits and never exceed the maxi-
mum rated roof load of 220 lbs (100 kg).
•Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loads
evenly.
•Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the
load.
•Secure the cargo correctly with appropri-
ate tie-down equipment.
•Check periodically that the load carriers
and load are properly secured.
•Remember that the vehicle's center of
gravity and handling change when you
carry a load on the roof.
•The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel con-
sumption will increase with the size of the
load.
•Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast
cornering and hard braking.

05 During your trip
Towing a trailer
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Introduction
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer
hitches that are specially designed for the vehi-
cle.
NOTE
See page 273 for the maximum trailer and
tongue weights recommended by Volvo.
•Observe the legal requirements of the
state/province in which the vehicles are
•All Volvo models are equipped with
energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-
ers. Trailer hitch installation should not
interfere with the proper operation of this
bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any
particular problems, but take into considera-
tion:
•Increase tire pressure to recommended
full. See the tire inflation tables on pages
247 and 247.
•When your vehicle is new, avoid towing
heavy trailers during the first 620 miles
(1,000 km).
•Maximum speed when towing a trailer:
50 mph (80 km/h).
•Engine and transmission are subject to
increased loads. Therefore, engine coolant
temperature should be closely watchedwhen driving in hot climates or hilly terrain.
Use a lower gear and turn off the air con-
ditioner if the temperature gauge needle
enters the red range.
•If the automatic transmission begins to
overheat, a message will be displayed in
the text window.
•Avoid overload and other abusive opera-
tion.
•Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-
ity, and economy.
•It is necessary to balance trailer brakes
with the towing vehicle brakes to provide a
safe stop (check and observe state/local
regulations).
•Do not connect the trailer's brake system
directly to the vehicle's brake system.
•More frequent vehicle maintenance is
required.
•Remove the ball and drawbar assembly
when the hitch is not being used.
•Volvo recommends the use of synthetic
engine oil when towing a trailer over long
distances or in mountainous areas.
WARNING
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must
not be used on Volvos, nor should
safety chains be attached to the
bumper.
•Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle
rear axle must not be used.
•Never connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to the vehicle
brake system, nor a trailer's lighting
system directly to the vehicle lighting
system. Consult your nearest author-
ized Volvo retailer for correct installa-
tion.
•When towing a trailer, the trailer's safety
wire must be correctly fastened to the
hole or hook provided in the trailer hitch
on the vehicle. The safety wire should
never be fastened to or wound around
the drawbar ball.

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Towing a trailer
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NOTE
•When parking the vehicle with a trailer
on a hill, apply the parking brake before
putting the gear selector in P. Always
follow the trailer manufacturer's recom-
mendations for wheel chocking.
•When starting on a hill, put the gear
selector in D before releasing the park-
ing brake. See also page 115 for more
detailed information about starting off
on a hill while towing a trailer.
•If you use the manual (Geartronic) shift
positions while towing a trailer, make
sure the gear you select does not put
too much strain on the engine (using too
high a gear).
•The drawbar assembly/trailer hitch may
be rated for trailers heavier than the
vehicle is designed to tow. Please
adhere to Volvo's recommended trailer
weights.
•Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines of
more than 15 %.
Trailer cableAn adapter is required if the vehicle's trailer
hitch has a 13-pin connector and the trailer has
7 pins. Use an adapter cable approved by
Volvo. Make sure the cable does not drag on
the ground.
Detachable trailer hitch (accessory)
A
C
EDBG010496
Ball holder
Locking bolt
Cotter pin
Hitch assembly
Safety wire attachment
Installing the ball holder1. If necessary, remove the cotter pin from
the locking bolt and slide the locking bolt
out of the hitch assembly.
2. Slide the ball holder into the hitch assem-
bly.
3. Align the hole in the ball holder with the one
in the hitch assembly.4. Slide the locking bolt through the hitch
assembly/ball holder.
5. Insert the cotter pin in the hole at the end
of the locking bolt.
Removing the ball holder1. Remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt
and slide the locking bolt out of the ball
holder/hitch assembly.
2. Pull the ball holder out of the hitch assem-
bly.
NOTE
A cover for the hitch assembly is also
included in the kit.

06 Maintenance and specifications
Maintaining your car
06

215 Owner maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements and inter-
vals are described in your vehicle's Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
The following points can be carried out
between the normally scheduled maintenance
services.
Each time the car is refueled:
•Check the engine oil level.
•Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,
headlights, and tail lights.
Monthly:
•Check cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect
the tires for wear.
•Check that engine coolant and other fluid
levels are between the indicated "min" and
"max" markings.
•Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass
cleaner and soft paper towels.
•Wipe driver information displays with a soft
cloth.
•Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-
rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose ter-
minal connector, or a battery near the end
of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo
retailer for additional information.
As needed:Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to
reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup
of dirt, and corrosion that can be caused by salt
residues.
Clean leaves and twigs from air intake vents at
the base of the windshield, and from other pla-
ces where they may collect.
NOTE
Complete service information for qualified
technicians is available online for purchase
or subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.
Hoisting the vehicle
If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the
two jack attachments points should be used.They are specially reinforced to bear the weight
of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be placed
under the front of the engine support frame.
Take care not to damage the splash guard
under the engine. Ensure that the jack is posi-
tioned so that the vehicle cannot slide off it.
Always use axle stands or similar structures.
If a two-post hoist is used to lift the vehicle, the
front and rear lift arm pads should be centered
under the reinforced lift plates on the inboard
edge of the sill rail (see illustration).
Emission inspection readiness
What is an Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II)?
OBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized
engine management system. It stores diagnos-
tic information about your vehicle's emission
controls. It can light the Check Engine light
(MIL) if it detects an emission control "fault." A
"fault" is a component or system that is not
performing within an expected range. A fault
may be permanent or temporary. OBD II will
store a message about any fault.
How do states use OBD II for emission
inspections?
Many states connect a computer directly to a
vehicle's OBD II system. The inspector can
then read "faults." In some states, this type of

06 Maintenance and specifications
Wheels and tires
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11.
Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature
grades: See page 251 for more informa-
tion.
12. Maximum permissible inflation pressure:
the greatest amount of air pressure that
should ever be put in the tire. This limit is
set by the tire manufacturer.
Glossary of tire terminology
The tire suppliers may have additional mark-
ings, notes or warnings such as standard load,
radial tubeless, etc.
•Tire information placard: A placard
showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire
sizes, recommended inflation pressure,
and the maximum weight the vehicle can
carry.
•Tire Identification Number (TIN): A num-
ber on the sidewall of each tire providing
information about the tire brand and man-
ufacturing plant, tire size and date of man-
ufacturer.
•Inflation pressure: A measure of the
amount of air in a tire.
•Standard load: A class of P-metric or Met-
ric tires designed to carry a maximum load
at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires].
Increasing the inflation pressure beyond
this pressure will not increase the tires load
carrying capability.
•Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric
tires designed to carry a heavier maximum
load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric
tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure
beyond this pressure will not increase the
tire's load carrying capability.
•kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pres-
sure.
•PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard
unit of air pressure.
•B-pillar: The structural member at the side
of the vehicle behind the front door.
•Bead area of the tire: Area of the tire next
to the rim.
•Sidewall of the tire: Area between the
bead area and the tread.
•Tread area of the tire: Area of the perim-
eter of the tire that contacts the road when
mounted on the vehicle.
•Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or
a tire and tube assembly upon which the
tire beads are seated.
•Maximum load rating: a figure indicating
the maximum load in pounds and kilo-
grams that can be carried by the tire. This
rating is established by the tire manufac-
turer.
•Maximum permissible inflation
pressure: the greatest amount of air pres-sure that should ever be put in the tire. This
limit is set by the tire manufacturer.
•Recommended tire inflation pressure:
inflation pressure, established by Volvo,
which is based on the type of tires that are
mounted on a vehicle at the factory. This
inflation pressure is affected by the number
of occupants in the vehicle, the amount of
cargo, and the speed at which the vehicle
will be driven for a prolonged period. This
information can be found on the tire infla-
tion placard(s) located on the driver's side
B-pillar and in the tire inflation table in this
chapter.
•Cold tires: The tires are considered to be
cold when they have the same temperature
as the surrounding (ambient) air. This tem-
perature is normally reached after the vehi-
cle has been parked for at least 3 hours.
Vehicle loading
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maxi-
mum return of vehicle design performance.
Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself
with the following terms for determining your
vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a
trailer, from the vehicle's Federal/Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/
CMVSS) label, and the vehicle's tire informa-
tion placard:

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Curb weightThe weight of the vehicle including a full tank
of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not
include passengers, cargo, or optional equip-
ment.
Capacity weightAll weight added to the curb weight, including
cargo and optional equipment. When towing,
trailer hitch tongue load is also part of cargo
weight.
NOTE
For trailer towing information, please refer to
the section "Towing a trailer", see
page 208.
Permissible axle weightThe maximum allowable weight that can be
carried by a single axle (front or rear). These
numbers are shown on the Federal/Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/
CMVSS) label. The total load on each axle must
never exceed its maximum permissible weight.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passen-
gers.
NOTE
•The location of the various labels in your
vehicle can be found on page 268.
•A table listing important weight limits for
your vehicle can be found on page
273.
Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit
1. Locate the statement "the combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX pounds" on your vehi-
cle's placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX kilograms or
XXX pounds.
4. The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load
capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggageload capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 – 750
(5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual1 to determine
how this reduces the available cargo and
luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
WARNING
•Exceeding the permissible axle weight,
gross vehicle weight, or any other
weight rating limits can cause tire over-
heating resulting in permanent defor-
mation or catastrophic failure.
•Do not use replacement tires with lower
load carrying capacities than the tires
that were original equipment on the
vehicle because this will lower the vehi-
cle's GVW rating. Replacement tires
with a higher limit than the originals do
not increase the vehicle's GVW rating
limitations.
1See "Introduction" on page 208.

06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
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PositionDimensionin (mm)
HTrack, rear61.8 (1570)
ILoad width, floor45.4 (1153)
JWidth73.3 (1861)
KWidth, incl. door mirrors83.4 (2119)
Weights
CategoryUSACanada
Gross vehicle weightV70: 5070 lbs
XC70 non-turbo: 5270 lbs
XC70 turbo: 5310 lbsV70: 2300 kg
XC70 non-turbo: 2390 kg
XC70 turbo: 2410 kg
Capacity weightV70: 950 lbs
XC70 non-turbo: 900 lbs
XC70 turbo: 900 lbsV70: 430 kg
XC70 non-turbo: 410 kg
XC70 turbo: 410 kg
Permissible axle weights, frontV70: 2690 lbs
XC70 non-turbo: 2800 lbs
XC70 turbo: 2820 lbsV70: 1220 kg
XC70 non-turbo: 1270 kg
XC70 turbo: 1280 kg
Permissible axle weights, rearV70: 2510 lbs
XC70 non-turbo: 2640 lbs
XC70 turbo: 2640 lbsV70: 1140 kg
XC70 non-turbo: 1200 kg
XC70 turbo: 1200 lbs

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Specifications
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CategoryUSACanada
Curb weight3840 – 4210 lbs1735 – 1910 kg
Max. roof load220 lbs100 kg
Max. trailer weightsWithout brakes: 1650 lbs
With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 2,000 lbs
With brakes, 2” ball: 3,300 lbsWithout brakes: 750 kg
With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 900 kg
With brakes, 2” ball: 1500 kg
Max. tongue weight165 lbs75 kg
Engine specifications
Specification/Model3.2 6-cyl.3.2 6-cyl.3.0TA
Engine designationB6324SB6324S2B6304T2
Output (kW/rps)175/103168/103210/93
Output (hp/rpm)235/6200225/6200281/5600
Torque (Nm/rps)320/53300/57400/25 – 80
Torque (ft. lbs./rpm)236/3200221/3400295/1500 – 4800
No. of cylinders666
Bore (in/mm)3.31/843.31/843.23/82
Stroke (in/mm)3.78/963.78/963.67/93.2

07 Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 189
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 110
Accessory installation warning.................. 10
Active chassis system.............................156
Active yaw control................................... 154
Adaptive cruise control.................... 165, 167
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................24, 25
front...................................................... 20
inflatable curtain................................... 30
side impact........................................... 28
Air conditioning........................................ 127
Air distribution.......................................... 125
Air distribution table................................. 130
Air vents................................................... 125
All Wheel Drive......................................... 109
Anti-freeze.......................................194, 220Anti-lock brake system............................ 110
warning light......................................... 72
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 110
Approach lighting................................54, 90
Audio system
audio functions................................... 132
CD player/changer.............................. 142
HD digital radio................................... 136
overview.............................................. 131
radio functions.................................... 133
Sirius satellite radio............................139
sound settings.................................... 132
steering wheel keypad........................ 131
USB/iPodŸ connector........................ 134
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 97
Automatic locking retractor....................... 35
Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 108
general description.....................107, 108
oil........................................................ 277
shiftlock override................................ 108
Axle weight.............................................. 249
B
Battery
changing............................................. 232
maintenance...............................231, 232
remote key, replacing........................... 57
specifications...................................... 278
warning symbols................................. 231
Black box.............................................9, 214
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 183, 184, 185
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 145
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 46
Booster cushions....................................... 42
Brake lights................................................ 87
Brake system
checking fluid level............................. 220
emergency brake assistance.............. 111
fluid..................................................... 277
general information............................. 110
Hill Descent Control............................ 112
warning light......................................... 74
Bulbs
cargo area lighting.............................. 227
footwell lighting................................... 227
headlights...........................222, 223, 224

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introduction......................................... 222
license plate lights.............................. 227
side marker lights...............................225
specifications...................................... 228
taillight................................................ 226
C
Capacity weight....................................... 249
Cargo area
changing bulbs................................... 227
floor rails............................................. 202
hooks for securing loads.................... 202
steel grid............................................. 205
Cargo area cover..................................... 206
Cargo area net......................................... 206
Catalytic converter................................... 199
CD player/changer................................... 142
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 145
Central locking system, introduction......... 52
Chains...................................................... 251
Check engine light..................................... 72
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 45Child restraint systems.............................. 36
booster cushions.................................. 42
convertible seats.................................. 40
infant seats........................................... 38
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 43
top tether anchors................................ 44
Child safety.......................................... 34, 35
booster cushions.................................. 42
child restraint systems.......................... 36
convertible seats.................................. 40
infant seats........................................... 38
Child safety locks...................................... 49
Climate system........................................ 128
air distribution............................. 125, 130
air vents.............................................. 125
Interior Air Quality System.................. 125
introduction......................................... 124
passenger compartment filter............ 124
refrigerant........................................... 124
Clock, setting............................................. 76
Cold weather driving................................ 194
Collision warning system......................... 159
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 153
Conserving electrical current................... 193
Convertible seats....................................... 40
Coolant............................................220, 277Cooling system, general information....... 193
Courtesy lighting........................................ 89
Crash mode............................................... 33
Cruise control..................................157, 158
adaptive.............................................. 165
Curb weight............................................. 249
Current, conserving................................. 193
D
Defroster.................................................. 128
Detachable key blade..........................57, 59
Dimensions
V70...................................................... 270
XC70................................................... 272
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 24, 25
Dome lighting............................................. 89
Door mirrors............................................... 96
Driver distraction warning.......................... 10
Driving economically................................ 192
Driving in cold weather............................ 194
Driving through water..............................193